06 May 2015
UH Bristol celebrates Nurses' Day
UH Bristol has been celebrating the work of its nurses and
midwives. Nurses' Day is an internationally recognised day that
acknowledges the key role played by these professionals in caring
for our patients. Celebrations take place on or around 12 May, the
birthday of Florence Nightingale.
An important part of UH Bristol's Nurses' Day celebrations
are the Nursing and Midwifery Recognition Awards, which are
generously supported by the hospitals' charity Above & Beyond.
The awards are presented to nurses or midwives who have been
nominated by their colleagues for their hard work and dedication to
patient care and for going above what is expected of them. The
awards were presented by motivational speaker Chris Moon, who was
the guest speaker on the day.
The winners were:
Nursing and midwifery team award
Children's emergency department nursing team
This team is dedicated to the care of children around the clock
and has set an example for high standards of care. These nurses
live the values of the trust through their exemplary team working,
constant innovation and the respect they have towards patients.
Highly commended: Theatre one and two nursing staff, Heygroves
Theatres, Bristol Royal Infirmary
Above & Beyond nursing and midwifery award
Cally Preece, sister, BRI emergency department
Cally embodies the trust values in her behaviour and works
tirelessly to improve education and standards at the emergency
department. Her work has improved patient safety and boosted staff
morale. She has also supported colleagues in their professional
development.
Highly commended: Ruth Hendy, Trust lead cancer nurse, and Jane
Bailey, matron, Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre
Rising Star award
Katy Pitt, senior staff nurse, ward 78, St Michael's
Hospital
Katy's colleagues say she is always positive and is a role model
for the Trust. She is a decisive leader who communicates
effectively with all levels of the multi-disciplinary team and
ensures everyone is working in the best interests of the
patient.
Highly commended: Laura Hamer, assistant practitioner, ward
C708, Bristol Heart Institute
Nursing/midwifery assistant of the year
Candice Susman, nursing assistant ward A609 surgical and
trauma assessment unit, BRI
Candice is an efficient nursing assistant who gives a
consistently high standard of care, ensuring her patients are happy
and safe. Candice communicates effectively with the whole team and
frequently makes suggestions for improvements to her ward.
Highly commended: Carol Hopkins, outpatients department, Bristol
Royal Hospital for Children; and Gary Hodder, BRI emergency
department
Registered nurse/midwife of the year
Jenny Ford, midwife matron, St Michael's Hospital
Jenny Ford, who has worked at the Trust for more than 25 years,
is an exceptional midwife and a truly inspirational leader, say her
colleagues. She is regarded as highly dependable and professional,
frequently providing advice to staff at all levels from junior
midwives to obstetric consultants.
Highly commended: Lisa Acton, diabetes specialist midwife, St
Michael's Hospital
Inspirational leader award
Ann Steele-Nicholson, lead nurse for genitourinary medicine,
contraception and sexual health, Bristol Sexual Health Centre
Ann is a highly valued professional and an excellent listener
who provides sound advice. She now leads a large team of nurses at
the Central Health Clinic and community clinics - a role she has
excelled in.
Highly commended: Sophie Dunkley, ward sister, coronary care
unit, BHI
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